2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz R and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | R | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |